October Events in Jacksonville, FL150+ Things to Do This October 2026
Looking for October events in Jacksonville, FL? This guide features 150+ curated events — concerts, festivals, the Raven Masquerade Ball, Halloween celebrations, Oktoberfest, and more from the beaches to San Marco. Find your perfect October night out.
13th Floor Haunted House
"One of the most terrifying haunted houses in the USA" - USA TODAY. Runs Sept 18-Nov 2
More Info →The Nightmare Bar (Pop-Up)
Halloween pop-up bar with spooky décor, themed drinks, games, music, and photo ops (Oct 12-31)
More Info →Bachata Sensual Day Jacksonville (3-Day Pass, Oct 23–25)
Three-day Bachata Sensual mini-weekender featuring workshops, social dancing and guest instructors Johnny & Margarita and Jorge & Sofi. Friday and Saturday include late-night social dancing with DJs.
More Info →St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
Fresh produce, local meats, honey, preserves and handmade crafts from area vendors
More Info →Riverside Arts Market
Contemporary art, paintings, sculptures, jewelry and handmade goods from local artists
More Info →Beaches Green Market
Local produce, organic foods, baked goods, and artisan crafts supporting local farmers and makers
More Info →Eartha's Farm & Market
Farm-fresh produce, sustainable goods, artisan products and local farm-to-table offerings
More Info →Tepey's Sugar Skull Decorating
Second October opportunity to decorate your own sugar skull. Includes skull, decorating supplies and beer or kids meal.
Register →Biergarten at Jacksonville Arboretum
Beer and food celebration with scenic garden views and festive atmosphere
Register →Murray Hill-O-Ween
Family-friendly Halloween celebration with vendors, food trucks, pumpkin patch, and kids zone
More Info →Fall Garden Concert featuring The Billie Monarch Band
Outdoor concert in the beautiful museum gardens celebrating fall season
More Info →The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Halloween Edition)
1975 cult classic - tribute to B-movies of the '40s and '50s. Perfect Halloween screening
Tickets →Emo Halloween Ball at Jack Rabbits
Halloween-themed emo music night featuring live performances and costumes.
More Info →Saturday Sounds at Friendship Fountain
Free Saturday night live music at Friendship Fountain with rotating local artists and genres, food trucks, a fountain bar and downtown river views.
More Info →It's A 2000's (Halloween) Party: Jacksonville
Throwback costume party celebrating the best of 2000s Halloween vibes
Tickets →Evergreen Cemetery Pumpkin Run
Pumpkin-themed 5K run benefiting Jacksonville historical preservation
Register →Atlantic Beach Farmers Market
Local produce, seasonal vegetables, meats, dairy and artisan goods from Atlantic Beach area farmers
More Info →Neptune Beach Farmers Market
Farm-fresh produce, baked goods, honey, plants and handmade items from local growers
More Info →Southern Harvest Brunch featuring Jenks Farmer
Seasonal brunch featuring southern cuisine in the scenic arboretum gardens
Register →Florida Bridal & Wedding Expo
Wedding vendors, planners, and services for engaged couples planning their special day
Info →Fall Festival at Jacksonville Arboretum
Family-friendly fall festival with activities, food, and seasonal celebration
More Info →North City Farmers Market: Spooky Sunday
Halloween-themed farmers market with local produce, artisan goods and spooky fun
More Info →WBO October Member Connect Dinner
A women-in-business networking dinner focused on making your business stand out on Google, combined with dinner and professional connections.
Register →Rueda Mondays: Casino Salsa
Weekly Cuban-style Rueda de Casino and salsa dancing event.
More Info →Jax Beach Farmers Market
Local produce, artisan foods, meats, eggs, honey, cheese, baked goods, artists and handmade products
More Info →Lynch's Team Trivia
Weekly team trivia night at Lynch's Irish Pub with multiple rounds of questions and prizes.
More Info →Seabreeze Square Dance Club
Recurring square dance gathering listed on the City of Jacksonville's October 2026 recreation calendar.
More Info →Wednesday Pier Farmers Market
Beachside farmers market with fresh produce, local goods and artisan vendors
More Info →Ghostbusters in Concert
Live orchestral accompaniment to the beloved Ghostbusters film with special effects
Tickets →Murray Hill Farmers Market
Local farmers, food artisans, crafters and small producers supporting the Murray Hill community
More Info →Jacksonville Women's Business Center: Customer Development & Customer Discovery
A business-development workshop focused on customer discovery and development for entrepreneurs. Registration required.
Register →Casa Marina's Annual Halloween Party & Costume Contest
Show off your wildest costume at this spooky bash with contest. Adults only event
Tickets →Sonic Live in Concert
Live concert celebration of Sonic the Hedgehog with orchestral arrangements and special effects
Tickets →The Carpenters Songbook
Tribute to the classic music of The Carpenters with beautiful harmonies and nostalgia
Tickets →Lynch's Team Trivia
Weekly team trivia night at Lynch's Irish Pub with multiple rounds of questions and prizes.
More Info →Music Bingo at Players Locker Room
Weekly music bingo party combining a live DJ-style atmosphere, music recognition and bingo-style gameplay with prizes.
More Info →Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market
Local produce, meats, breads, honey, baked goods, soaps, jams, crafts and local products
More Info →Midnight At The Raven Masquerade Ball
Elegant Halloween masquerade celebration with music, dancing, and costumes
More Info →Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra
Phantom of the Opera tribute performance with full orchestra and production
Tickets →A Night of Thrills Volume II at Jack Rabbits
Halloween-season live music featuring Veritas Prism, Status Quo Collective and Kicking Dandelions.
More Info →DJ HABIBEATS @ DECCA LIVE
DJ Habibeats brings a late-night DJ set to Decca Live.
More Info →Sweet Pete's National Caramel Apple Day
Family-friendly celebration of caramel apples with special treats and candy store fun
More Info →St. Augustine Amphitheatre Farmers Market
Fresh produce, local meats, honey, preserves and handmade crafts from area vendors
More Info →Free Yoga at Balis Park
Free community yoga class hosted by Yoga Den San Marco on the last Saturday of each month at scenic Balis Park.
More Info →Riverside Arts Market
Contemporary art, paintings, sculptures, jewelry and handmade goods from local artists
More Info →Beaches Green Market
Local produce, organic foods, baked goods, and artisan crafts supporting local farmers and makers
More Info →Eartha's Farm & Market
Farm-fresh produce, sustainable goods, artisan products and local farm-to-table offerings
More Info →Saturday Sounds at Friendship Fountain
Free Saturday night live music at Friendship Fountain with rotating local artists and genres, food trucks, a fountain bar and downtown river views.
More Info →Pioneers & Pumpkins Fall Festival (Final Day)
Last chance for seasonal activities, pumpkins, hay rides, and pioneer experiences this October
More Info →LINKSA @ DECCA LIVE: Halloween Night
Halloween night at Decca Live featuring Linksa and a late-night dance party.
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